The blast, which occurred near an apartment block in Moscow, resulted in the death of Lt. General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defence Forces, and his assistant. Russian authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, with forensic experts and investigative teams deployed to the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. This incident marks a significant loss for Russia's military leadership and raises security concerns.
Ukraine's Security Services charged Kirillov with employing banned chemical weapons during its ongoing military operations, accusing him of overseeing the use of such weapons since the invasion began in February 2022. Their records indicate a worrying trend, with more than 4,800 documented instances of chemical weapon use, notably the deployment of K-1 combat grenades. The situation highlights the global implications of chemical warfare and the ongoing conflict's humanitarian crises.
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